Posts from Knights of Tezoth

Just take tentacles.

I still haven't been able to figure out how tentacles compensate for injuries. I can imagine running on tentacles instead of broken or missing legs. Ugliness is already harder... Is it like, "Yes, I'm ugly. But look at my beautiful tentacles! Therefore, I am beautiful too!"? As for how tentacles compensate for, say, stupidity or speech problems, my lizard brain simply refuses to understand...

Evolution, baby.

Evolution, baby.

Tentacles with eyes, a mouth, and brains?:D

You may write quents, but the start will be no sooner than in two weeks.

Next weekend, then?

But how do tentacles compensate for, say, stupidity?

Well, that's exactly something that can be more or less attempted to be justified.

Octopuses and their relatives have a more expansive and complex nervous system than other invertebrates, containing over 500 million neurons, around the same as a dog.[45][46][47] One part is localised in the brain, contained in a cartilaginous capsule. Two-thirds of the neurons are in the nerve cords of its arms. This allows their arms to perform actions with a degree of independence.[48] Learning mainly occurs in the brain, while arms make decisions independently when supplied with information.[49] A severed arm can still move and respond to stimuli.[50]

                                                                                                   Оrvald de Martelam 

Lesson 1.
Our glorious house was known even before the emergence of Eidos the Iron and the unification of Tezoth into a single state. We did not possess great wealth, nor did we have boundless power, but our home was always respected. Primarily for our principles, which we adhere to this very day. They consist not of idle slogans about goodness and love, but in what we do and why. Unfortunately, our world is arranged such that a large part of it lives in ignorance and chaos. We are among the few who carry the light of enlightenment, honoring science and true culture as opposed to what is considered such in some other regions and beyond Tezoth. History shows that only progress can help humanity survive and become better than it is, and with its loss, civilization will slide back into barbarism. The falls of Afetheria and Tisia are confirmation of this. Perhaps something similar would have happened to our city if the wise people leading Flavers had not concluded an agreement with Eidos when he arrived at the city gates. In doing so, they not only saved the lives of many people but also preserved the historical heritage of their Homeland. This fact demonstrates that some of the decisions we make may seem ambiguous, but if one looks deeper into the situation and with a perspective on the future, the decision becomes clearer.

Lesson 2.
According to my father, it was Orric de Martelam, nicknamed "Tower", who devised our family crest. I do not know exactly why he was called that—perhaps because of his height, or perhaps there is a more interesting story behind it—but it is well known that he had no equal among the local blacksmiths. Although he became famous not so much for his ability to forge, but for his engineering mind, thanks to which he not only improved but also invented new devices for both peaceful and military purposes, specifically siege engines. It was his nickname that became the symbol of our dynasty, depicted as a golden tower on a black background, reflecting the ignorance that reigns around. And the hammer atop the tower and the flame enveloping its upper part speak of our commitment to civilizational progress and the power of thought, which is its driving force. Hence our motto "From the spark of thought — to the greatness of deeds", devised after Orric's death.

Lesson 3 
We are lucky to live in Florenzan, as it is the most prosperous region. Lord Gitgood Flaverens has a good grasp of finance and management, doing much to ensure that local residents live in plenty, as do his loyal assistants. Yes, perhaps money sometimes goes toward same not the most important aspects of life and could have been spent with greater benefit, or directed toward more vital goals, but at this stage it is not so critical. In the future, I hope the lord will be more attentive to my advice and others, which will help him understand the importance of issues raised by the wise people of Florenzan. The main thing is that Lord Gitgood does not forget that money is merely a means, not the goal itself.
There are several regions whose lords share our interests, as it seems to me, or are close to us in spirit. These are Silverdan, Lorele, Miku, Oshi, and perhaps Gildaria. And Cabocha too, maybe; at least one would like to hope so. The others have either drifted too far from the way of life and values that our ancestors honored, or have become bogged down in local customs bordering on regional whims. Take Albus, for example. It is simply ridiculous when a country has so many orders and almost every resident belongs to one of them.

Lesson 4.
The main threat to Tezoth lies beyond its borders and is brought by the wild tribes living in other parts of our continent. These are barbarians, to whom science, culture, history, and any concepts of the institutions of the civilized world are foreign. Most of them live to kill and satisfy their physiological needs. In them there is no striving for greatness or urge to make the world better, only a desire to grab a larger piece, like a mad dog, and be content with it until their bloodthirsty nature makes itself known again. Thus they live their lives, after which their shells return to the mud from which they crawled and over which the next generation will pass, while the history of those past is covered by the dust of oblivion.
But one should not think that danger lurks only in the chaos raging outside our state. Inside Tezoth there are also threats; they simply take a different character. The concept of culture is now greatly blurred, as is the concept of civilization. You can behold the former in the capital and partially in some other regions that consider themselves cultural centers. The latter is more widespread and affects more spheres of our lives. As a rule, these are unnatural things that are foreign to human nature and the nature of the world itself. To some extent, this applies even to magic, although here it is used for good and brings much benefit. But there is another kind, which brings death and destruction. A true embodiment of darkness and chaos. The same can be said about certain creatures encountered in our lands and beyond. All this poses a threat and hinders humanity's development; however, not everyone understands this yet.

Lesson 5.
Your uncle Oswald advised me to look for a blacksmith in the south, in the Lorele region. He turned out to be right, and some of the most gifted masters of the smithing craft indeed live there. It was there that I met Gustav. Since then, he has worked for me and helps keep my armament in perfect condition. Moreover, perhaps he will manage to improve it if I can find the necessary materials. They are rare, but perhaps with our connections and capabilities this can be achieved. In case of success of this venture, we could even hold a small banquet.

Lesson 6.
The names Aurelien and Orian were not chosen by chance; they were borne by some of the outstanding members of our house. Your mother initially resisted, but I insisted. For it is important to preserve and honor family history, remember ancestors and the good deeds they performed, glorifying them with one's own achievements and continuing the glorious traditions of the lineage. I think in time Margaret will eventually understand this; for now, you must learn this lesson and remember it. As for our next conversation, I think I will tell you about how I met your mother. It is not a very long story, but it is an interesting one, and certainly important and useful.

Sir Orvald de Martelam, Knight of the Golden Tower from Flavers, servant of Lord Gitgood Flaverens, adherent of Eidoism.
Men of Tezoth, men +5 to Body and +5 to Mind, +2 to Learning and +25 to characteristics for free distribution but no more than +15 in one characteristic, +1 to Learning.

Characteristics:
Mind: 19
Body: 19
Insight: 17
Energy: 17
Aesthetics: 13

Skills:
Armor Wearing
Hammer
Shield
Riding
Precise Attack
Friendship

Equipment:
Right hand: "Sparkbringer" six-flanged mace
Left hand: "Aegis" large cavalry shield with crest
Body: Heavy armor, over which is worn a black velvet half-tabard fastened with gold clasps below the shoulders
Head: Sallet with bevor
Feet: Plate boots
Hands: Plate gloves
Shoulders: Golden cloak (dark shade, mixture of ochre and amber)
Other 1: "Voice of the Legate" war horn
Other 2: Ring of House Martelam
Other 3: Wedding ring
Inventory: gold, flask with healing potion, letter opener, leather cavalry navigation belt bag in black leather with a gilded compass and local maps, horse named Bastion.

Gustav
Men of Tezoth, men +5 to Body and +5 to Mind, +1 to Learning. Equipment worn by the character is protected from destruction and loss.

Origin: Lorele
Belief: Eidoism

Skills:
Blacksmith
Armorer
Jeweler
Metallurgist

Characteristics:
Mind: 15
Body: 15
Insight: 10
Energy: 10
Aesthetics: 10

Equipment:
Right hand: Blacksmith's hammer with a comfortable ash handle, pitted by sparks and scale from long work
Left hand: Long steel blacksmith's tongs with round jaws
Body: Leather working apron-brigandine, reinforced on the inside with rows of hidden riveted steel plates
Head: Steel forehead band with flip-down magnifying goggles and interchangeable darkened lenses to protect eyes from forge heat
Feet: Heavy leather boots with steel toe caps protecting toes from falling heavy ingots and anvils
Hands: Gauntlets made of multi-layered buffalo leather and articulated plates, soaked in fireproof compound
Shoulders: Thick travel cloak of coarse charcoal-gray wool with a deep hood, protecting from wind and rain
Other 1: Steel token with the blacksmith's personal brand
Other 2: Uneven steel hoop on a simple hemp rope, reminding him of a loved one who is no longer around
Other 3: Pocket gold chronometer of jewelry work, gifted by Orvald de Martelam for faithful service

Inventory: 100 coppers, flask with healing potion, ordinary hammer, blacksmithing tools, clothes, jewelry craft tools, working materials.

Student of Amalia Drake (+1 to learning rate).

Gender: F (+1 to learning rate)
Origin: Indominus (access to a second school of magic)
Conviction: Silian Principles

Characteristics
Mind: 10
Body: 10
Insight: 10
Energy: 20
Aesthetics: 10

Skills


Horsemanship
The character can ride horses and other animals.


Bow
The character can use a bow.


Merchant
Discount on goods and services -15%


Stealth
Out of combat, the character moves unnoticed by others.
Cost: 1 AP.


School of Restoration
- Restore Body: restores all health to the caster or a target on an adjacent cell, removes injury.
- Restore Item: returns a broken item to its former state.
- Restore Soul: brings back a character fallen in battle (during combat or immediately after it ends) on an adjacent cell, leaves no wounds or injuries.


School of Movement
- Pathfinding: shows the direction to a selected character or item.
- Magic Channel: establishes a connection with one's own home or another location to move items from there into one's inventory.
- Strategic Teleport: returns the caster to a city or another location where a beacon (magic pentagram) was previously established. Only one beacon can be active.

Equipment
Right hand: Bow
Left hand: Arrows
Head: Hat
Body: Light armor
Shoulders: Cloak
Hands: Gloves
Feet: Boots
Misc 1: Flask of healing potion
Misc 2:
Misc 3:

Inventory: Dagger, Writing materials.
Mount: Pegasus.

Residence: house in Matricaria, where a beacon for strategic teleport has already been established.

Met Emilia Lane in Canamia while studying Silian principles. Met Amalia Drake after moving to Matricaria.

So that's how it is... I'll add from myself, that Silians are Silians, and principles are principles, but friends come first... And one more thing... There are people, and there are two-legged creatures that look like people on the outside... In short, I won't be throwing "kindness" left and right, but will judge by the situation. I hope Elsa has enough "good deeds" to overcome "pangs of conscience" and other things of that sort...

kind Lizardman squad

Revan: creates many regions with unique perks and lords.
Players: start in the capital and bring back old characters.
Revan: and why did I even come up with all these regions...

Just to break Lizardman's brain while he "min-maxed" 5 times...

I think there are even more min-maxed options.

Lizardman' same good squad

Sororitas would have been more appropriate.

I think there are even more min-maxed options.

Possibly. But even for such hardcore "min-maxxers" as Ящур, the power is not limitless...

Possibly. But even for such hardcore "min-maxers" as Yashchur, the power is not limitless...

Well, in my opinion, you've created not so much a trio of terminators/a terminator with two supports, but rather a trio of supports. There are plenty of safeguards against various unpleasant effects, but they are fragile and there is practically no damage, if you don't count various types of undead.

Enduring, but weak. Just how Nebok likes it.

But in general, when I tried to make own powerful terminators, the game either ended quickly, or there were simply no battles and I abandoned the game (not because of the lack of battles)..